Retaining Walls, Raised Beds and Steps in Fernhill Heath
Village plots in Fernhill Heath are often larger than town gardens, and larger gardens usually come with changes of level, damp corners and areas that never quite work. Hardscaping is the structural work that fixes those problems and gives the rest of the garden something solid to build on. Many family homes in the village also have long, narrow side areas that could be put to better use.
We build retaining walls, raised beds, steps and drainage for homes in Fernhill Heath, Claines, Crowle, Droitwich Spa and Worcester, from the foundations up.
Walls, beds and steps
A retaining wall holds back soil so that a sloping area can become a flat lawn or terrace. It needs a solid footing and drainage behind it, otherwise water builds up and the wall bows over time.
Raised beds suit family gardens well, as they bring planting up to a comfortable height and keep it separate from the lawn. Steps connect different levels safely and can be finished in brick, block or paving to match the house. A short flight of steps at the back door is often the difference between a garden you use and one you only look at.
- Brick, block or sleeper retaining walls
- Raised beds for vegetables and flowers
- Steps with even treads and good grip
- Soakaways, channels and land drains
Managing water in a larger garden
Larger plots collect a lot of water, and it has to go somewhere. A soakaway or drainage channel placed at the right point can stop a patch of lawn staying boggy and protect paving and walls from standing water. Where a soakaway is not suitable, a channel can carry water to a better outlet.
Drainage is best settled before walls and surfaces are built, since moving pipes afterwards means digging up finished work. A free site visit lets us look at where the water currently collects and suggest a sensible fix.
Hardscaping ideas
Illustrative examples of the styles and materials we install. See the full gallery.
Helpful guides
Retaining Walls, Raised Beds and Sleepers Explained
Retaining walls, sleepers, raised beds, steps and edging: materials, limits, drainage and when to call an engineer.
Read the guideGarden Steps: Design, Materials and Building on a Slope
How to plan safe, comfortable garden steps on a slope, from rise and going to materials, handrails, drainage and foundations.
Read the guideOther work we do in Fernhill Heath
Hardscaping near Fernhill Heath
Hardscaping in Fernhill Heath: common questions
Do I need a retaining wall or just a bank?
A planted bank can work for gentle slopes. If you want flat usable space, or the ground is steep or unstable, a retaining wall is the more reliable answer. It also gives you a clean edge for planting or paving.
Are sleepers a good choice for raised beds?
They can be, giving a natural look and an easy build. Brick or block lasts longer in damp ground and is worth considering for taller beds. Whichever you pick, the beds should be built on a firm base with good drainage at the bottom.
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